What is the Ozone Layer? Ozone is a component present in our stratosphere that acts as a shield to protect humans and life on earth from harmful ultraviolet light coming from the sun. This ozone is spread over the earth in the form of a thin layer absorbing all UV rays. However, ozone is also […]
Environmental Impacts of Ozone Depletion due to CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons)
INTRODUCTION The ozone layer is protecting layer around the Earth that restricts harmful ultraviolet radiations coming from the sun. The increasing industrial activities on the Earth have caused extreme damage to this protecting layer that is present in the stratosphere. Check out: Ozone Depletion – Causes, Effects, and Solutions. OZONE DEPLETION Ozone depletion is defined […]
International Environmental Agreements Signed by Pakistan
INTRODUCTION Pakistan is a developing country and it’s among the 10 top countries affected by climate change in the world. Climate change is showing its effects on agriculture in the country. Pakistan has always remained an active participant in international agreements related to the environment/ecosystem. There are several international agreements that have been signed by […]
Ozone Depletion – Causes, Effects, and Solutions
INTRODUCTION Ozone Layer: The ozone layer is also known as the ozone shield. It is the layer that is present in the stratosphere of Earth. The stratosphere region is concentrated with ozone that absorbs harmful radiations coming from the sun. Check out: Environmental Impacts of Ozone Depletion due to CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons) Ozone hole: The ozone […]